Best 3 Anticucho De Corazon Recipes

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Anticucho de corazon, a delectable Peruvian dish, tantalizes taste buds with its succulent beef heart skewers marinated in a flavorful blend of spices and grilled to perfection. This culinary delight, deeply rooted in Peruvian tradition, captivates hearts with its smoky aroma, tender texture, and burst of savory flavors. Embark on a culinary journey to discover the secrets of crafting the ultimate anticucho de corazon and impress your loved ones with this exceptional dish.

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ANTICUCHOS DE CORAZóN



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Anticuchos de corazón are beef heart chunks that are marinated for several hours, before being skewered and grilled.

Provided by Vera Abitbol

Categories     Main Course

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cloves garlic (, minced)
1 teaspoon ground chili pepper
½ cup white vinegar ((or red wine vinegar))
1 teaspoon cumin
1 tablespoon oregano
1 beef heart (, cleaned, trimmed and denervated.)
3 tablespoons sunflower oil
1 chili pepper ((and/or red bell pepper), chopped)
Skewers

Steps:

  • Mix all the marinade ingredients.
  • Cut the heart into cubes and put them in the marinade. Mix well.
  • Marinate for 6 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Prepare the skewers of heart and grill them on a BBQ grill, a griddle or over the coals by spraying with a mixture of sunflower oil and chopped chili and/or red bell pepper.
  • Turn skewers after about 5 minutes to allow to cook on each side.

PERUVIAN ANTICUCHOS



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Beef heart marinated, skewered, and seared over the grill. This is a very tipical and popular Peruvian dish. People line up at the good "anticucherias" (anticucho restaurants) every evening! It takes some work but it is so worth it! I taught myself to make them because I missed them so much! A very special addition to any barbecue party! And the delicious smell will bring over all your neighbors to check it out!

Provided by CharoPeru

Categories     Meat

Time 1h50m

Yield 30-40 skewers, 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 1/2 lbs of fresh beef heart, thinly sliced and cut into squares of about 2 inches long
1 cup red wine vinegar
4 tablespoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground pepper
1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
5 big fresh garlic cloves
2 tablespoons of finely minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons of finely minced fresh cilantro
4 dried chilies
1 1/2 cups oil
10 -12 ears corn on the cob, cooked (save some of the husk)
10 -12 boiled potatoes, peeled

Steps:

  • Place the pieces of heart in a glass or ceramic tray.
  • Previously, soak the chiles in hot water until they are soft, devein and take the seeds off. If you want you can keep some of the seeds to make it spicier. In Peru we use aji panca, but this works well too.
  • Blend the vinegar, garlic, aji panca (or dried chile), and all other ingredients with 1/2 cup of the oil until you have a soft paste.
  • Pour it on the pieces of heart and distribute evenly so all pieces are well covered and can absorb the marinade. Cover and let sit in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes. Do not let them marinade for too long or they will dry out because of the vinegar.
  • In the meantime, place thick bamboo skewers to soak in water so they don't burn when they go on the grill.
  • Use a charcoal grill and make sure the coals are very hot before you start.
  • Stick three or four pieces of heart in each skewer, so that the meat lays flat.
  • Save the rest of the marinade in a cup or small bowl and add the rest of the oil to it, mixing well. This will be used for basting the anticuchos on the grill.
  • Tie some pieces of fresh corn husk with a string made out of some more husk and shred them half the way to make a kind of brush and use it for basting. (You can use dry husk too but you need to soak it for a while in warm water to make it flexible and then pat it dry before you use it).
  • When the coals are ready and the grill is hot place the anticuchos flat on the grill and baste them generously with the leftover marinade and oil mix.
  • This will drip and cause the coals to flame, make sure it flames over because this is what gives the anticuchos their distinctive flavor.
  • Let anticuchos cook for about 1 minute and a half on each side. DO NOT OVERCOOK! They will dry out and become tough. Medium or medium well is fine. Turn them over continuously and keep basting and flaming until they are done.
  • Hold two or three at a time to turn them over quickly.
  • At the same time, place the pieces of corn and potatoes on a corner of the grill, baste them with the same marinade and allow them to be flamed too.
  • Serve three skewers in each plate, accompanied by one piece of corn and one potato. You can also cut the potatoes in half (across not length wise) and stick a piece at the end of each skewer.
  • Serve hot, right out of the grill, don't let it get cold! ENJOY! :P.
  • What takes the longest time is to slice and cut the heart in squares and stick the pieces on the skewers; as you get practice doing this it will be faster, allow yourself some more time of preparation the first couple of times.
  • You can also use regular beef, chicken, fish, prawns, or lamb to make anticuchos, but the original and traditional recipe calls for cow heart. Hope you like it! :).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 699.7, Fat 38.9, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 140.9, Sodium 365.4, Carbohydrate 64.9, Fiber 6.9, Sugar 6.3, Protein 27.7

ANTICUCHO DE CORAZON



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Beef heart anticuchos (Peruvian-style brochettes). Preparation time is estimated since I have never made these yet. Recipe taken from The Art of Peruvian Cuisine, by Tony Custer.

Provided by Wendy H.

Categories     Beef Organ Meats

Time 36m

Yield 4 brochettes, 1-2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 beef heart, cleaned & trimmed
salt
oil, for basting
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 lb aji panca chile, dried
water
1/2 cup light vinegar
1 -2 tablespoon aji panca chili paste
1/4 teaspoon vegetable oil
salt

Steps:

  • Aji panca:.
  • Stem and devein the ajies (keep some veins for a very spicy paste).
  • Toast in dry skillet over high heat for a few minutes, then blanche.
  • Blanche 1, 2, or 3 times (in a change of water each time) for more or less spiciness. Spiciness reduces with each blanching.
  • Process ajies in a blender or food processor with a steel blade, with just enough water and oil to make a thick paste.
  • Push the mixture through a fine sieve.
  • Discard any remaining skin and veins.
  • Yield: 1 cup.
  • Marinade:.
  • Mix all ingredients.
  • Assembly:.
  • Remove all skin and sinews from the heart.
  • Cut meat into large bits-sized pieces.
  • Place 3-4 pieces onto bamboo skewers, and marinade overnight.
  • When ready to prepare, remove from marinade and sprinkle with salt.
  • Barbecue for about 3 minutes per side over very high heat. Baste with extra oil and remaining marinade as necessary.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.8, Fat 28.3, SaturatedFat 3.7, Sodium 2.4, Carbohydrate 0.1, Sugar 0.1

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly affect the taste of your anticucho de corazon. Use fresh, grass-fed beef hearts, and choose vegetables that are at their peak of ripeness.
  • Marinate the beef hearts for at least 2 hours: This will help to tenderize the meat and infuse it with flavor. You can use a variety of marinades, but a simple marinade made with garlic, cumin, oregano, and vinegar is a good place to start.
  • Cook the beef hearts over medium heat: This will help to prevent them from becoming tough. Cook the beef hearts for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through.
  • Serve the anticucho de corazon with a variety of sides: Some popular sides include grilled vegetables, rice, or potatoes. You can also serve anticucho de corazon with a dipping sauce, such as aji amarillo or chimichurri sauce.

Conclusion:

Anticucho de corazon is a delicious and flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone at your next party or gathering. With its tender beef hearts, smoky flavor, and variety of sides, anticucho de corazon is a dish that everyone will love. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give anticucho de corazon a try!

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